Reducing child poverty in England, including scrapping the two-child benefit cap, would significantly boost child health and narrow general regional health inequalities, finds research.
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Younger employees – those aged 18 to 34 – are driving demand for workplace health benefits, a poll has suggested,...
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Two new treatments, one for tackling osteoporosis after menopause and a gene therapy for the blood disorder beta-thalassaemia, have been...
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Doctors have called for a ban on artificial stone being used for kitchen counters and worktops because of the risk...
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Community pharmacies are in ‘deep distress’ with financial and demand pressures forcing almost all to stop offering some NHS and...
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A medication used for autoimmune conditions has been found to be effective in relieving the pain and stiffness caused by...
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Nearly two-thirds (63%) of trainee doctors consider themselves to be at ‘high’ or ‘moderate’ risk of burnout, according to the...
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The government’s Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has announced who will be eligible for NHS Covid vaccinations this...
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Failing eyesight and high cholesterol could be two red flags for possible future dementia, research has concluded.
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Our CPD article looks at the challenges occupational health and wellbeing professionals perceive in their roles and the skills needed...
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What challenges do OH and wellbeing professionals face and what strengths, behaviours and support are needed for them to succeed?
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Long Covid cognitive and psychiatric problems can last for years – study
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonMany people who have been hospitalised with Covid-19 continue to have cognitive and psychiatric problems even two to three years...
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Thousands of people could be living undiagnosed with incurable lung conditions despite seeking medical help for coughs and chest infections,...
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More women than men experience burnout, and report lower financial resilience, according to a poll.
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Employers are too often prioritising support for mental (72%) and physical (45%) wellbeing at the expense of financial health, even...